AES San Francisco 2010Exhibitor Seminar Details

Friday, November 5, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:Dave Isaac

Abstract:MixSensei.com Launch

This seminar integrates engineering skills, musical knowledge, and practical understanding of studio equipment into a fully interactive form of learning that is enriched by the involvement of many high-profile engineers and musicians. PMC user Dave Isaac is a 3-time Grammy winning Producer/ Engineer, artist, and author who has worked with Marcus Miller, Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Luther Vandross, Puff Daddy, Whitney Houston, Prince, Anita Baker, and many other artists. Dave has developed a video tutorial website (www.mixsensei.com), aimed at the music and audio industry in which he and other Award-winning engineers/producers and musicians share all their knowledge and “tricks of the trade”!

Friday, November 5, 12:30 pm — 1:30 pm (Room 112)

Focusrite

Presenter:Brad Price, Audinate Senior Technical Solutions Manager

Abstract:Preparing for the Future: Media Transport over IP Networks

Media transport has until recently been a specialized area of digital technology, isolated from the rapid pace of advancements taking place in IP network computing. New solutions that leverage the latest advancements and cost savings of modern IP networking are appearing and are necessary to “future proof” media transport across the A/V industry.

Friday, November 5, 1:30 pm — 2:30 pm (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:Bobby Fernandez

Abstract:The Art of Film Score Mixing

Scoring- and multi-Grammy winning engineer Robert “Bobby” Fernandez will present a case study on film score mixing. As a recording and mixing engineer Bobby has worked on hundreds of movies including many Academy award winning movies like Million Dollar Baby, Unforgiven, Spiderman 2 and 3, Flags of Our Fathers, Master and Commander, and many more. Most recently he has been working on the Matt Damon movie Hereafter and the action movie The Expendables. Bobby will present a full session from one of his latest movies and will show us what is involved in the process of recording and mixing a movie score.

Friday, November 5, 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm (Room 112)

Audiomatica
CLIO Classroom on Electro-Acoustic Measurements

Presenters:Mauro BigiMaurizio JacchiaDaniele Ponteggia

Abstract:Audiomatica's folk will present the CLIO System through “hands-on” applications. Topics will touch loudspeaker measurements focusing on parameters tests with laser, large-signal time-frequency measurements and quality control applications.

Friday, November 5, 3:00 pm — 4:00 pm (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:Dave Isaac

Abstract:Thinking Outside the Box from Inside the Box

Whether it’s your home workstation or small studio, a tour bus or a hotel room on the road, how do you record or mix professionally and creatively? David Isaac will help you understand what it is that you need to be able to express yourself and your music! Dave Isaac is a 3-time Grammy winning Producer/ Engineer, artist and author who has worked with Marcus Miller, Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Luther Vandross, Puff Daddy, Whitney Houston, Anita Baker, Prince …… Dave has developed a video tutorial website (www.mixsensei. com) in which he and other Award winning engineers/producers and musicians share all their knowledge and “tricks of the trade”!

Friday, November 5, 5:00 pm — 6:00 pm (Room 112)

NARAS CCD
Credit Where Credit is Due: Metadata!

Presenter:John Spencer

Abstract:Accurate metadata is critical for any profitable recording industry model. Most of today’s commercial recording projects are “born digital,” requiring a new paradigm for how projects are documented, distributed, and archived. This presentation demonstrates the Library of Congress funded multitrack project that created CCD (Content Creator Data), a standardized schema, data dictionary, field set, and free studio collection application for gathering the technical, descriptive, and participant information associated with recording projects. CCD can provide the dynamic, end to end documentation necessary to connect the dots and facilitate e-copyright, e-commerce, and archiving.

Saturday, November 6, 10:15 am — 11:15 am (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:David Miles Huber

Abstract:Intelligent Dance Music in 5.1

David Miles Huber will be presenting highlights from his Grammy-nominated project Colabs, as well as his latest release Parallax Eden in 5.1 surround sound. DMH will also be sharing insights into his production techniques, philosophies, and “toys-of-the-trades” for making his own style of IDM (intelligent dance music).

David Miles Huber is a Grammy-nominated producer and musician in the electronic IDM, dance, and surround-sound genres, whose music has sold over the million copies. His latest music and collaborations can be heard on www.davidmileshuber.com

Saturday, November 6, 1:30 pm — 2:30 pm (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:Darius “Deezle” Harrison

Abstract:What Makes it Sound Good?!

Darius “Deezle” Harrison is a 2-time Grammy Award, 4-time ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Award, and a B.E.T Award winner. He will discuss the process of making a song sound good from a producer’s perspective, whether using artificial sounds or acoustical instruments. Deezle is mostly known for his work on 3 albums with Lil Wayne, which ultimately garnered him 2 Grammy Awards for Best Rap Album and best Rap Song for “Lollipop.” Deezle has become a much sought -after producer who has worked alongside many other artists such as Outkast, Ludacris, Mary J Blige, Usher, Donald Harrison, Jay-Z, and Kerry Hilson. While planning the growth of his Drum Major label and brand, Deezle is currently putting his producing and engineering skills to work on his upcoming album Superstar, which will be a collaboration with multiple artists

Saturday, November 6, 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm (Room 112)

Schoeps

This new digital super-shotgun microphone offers possibilities for the sound engineer that have not existed before. The seminar presents this with support from a collection of audio samples and useful comparisons to state-of-the-art microphones. New workflow and answers to practical questions on interfacing and applications are explained. The use of the SuperCMIT's different integral DSP algorithm presets is explained. Recent experience from professional users is presented. Any other related experience, topic, or comment brought up by the audience is appreciated.

Saturday, November 6, 3:30 pm — 4:30 pm (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenters:Michael NunanJosh Tisdbury

Abstract:An Olympic Score

Josh Tidsbury, Systems Specialist and Post Sound Mixer, and Michael Nunan, Post Sound Supervisor and co-producer of the music package of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games for CTV Television in Toronto, Ontario are presenting the CTV 2010 Olympic Suite. Between them, Michael and Josh lived every moment of the Games and are pleased to have the opportunity to share their experiences. Josh will also present some of his latest projects, which include the famous Canadian “Hockey Theme” that he recorded and mixed (again in collaboration with Michael Numan), combined with some examples of movies like Stake Land, which won the Winner of Midnight Madness awards at the recent TIFF 2010.

Saturday, November 6, 3:30 pm — 4:30 pm (Room 112)

Renkus-Heinz, Inc.

This seminar presents the latest developments and trends in the standard-setting AFMG measurement software packages SysTune and EASERA. It focuses on using mobile devices with SysTune, the renowned live sound measurement software, as well as on new windowing options and loudspeaker alignment techniques. Also, new and expanded measurement options of EASERA v1.2 are discussed such as the determination of absorption, reflection and scattering coefficients.

Sunday, November 7, 10:30 am — 11:30 am (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:Crispin Murray

Abstract:How to Screw Up a 5.1 Mix (Or How to Avoid It!)

Crispin Murray, Technology Development Manager from the renowned Metropolis Studios in London, UK, will present a listening session in which he explains some of the pitfalls to avoid when mixing in 5.1. He also provides a selection of some great 5.1 surround mixes that have been mastered at Metropolis, which will make for an entertaining hour of music!

Sunday, November 7, 11:30 am — 12:30 pm (Room 112)

NARAS CCD
Credit Where Credit is Due: Metadata!

Presenter:John Spencer

Abstract:Accurate metadata is critical for any profitable recording industry model. Most of today’s commercial recording projects are “born digital,” requiring a new paradigm for how projects are documented, distributed, and archived. This presentation demonstrates the Library of Congress funded multitrack project that created CCD (Content Creator Data), a standardized schema, data dictionary, field set, and free studio collection application for gathering the technical, descriptive, and participant information associated with recording projects. CCD can provide the dynamic, end to end documentation necessary to connect the dots and facilitate e-copyright, e-commerce, and archiving.

Sunday, November 7, 12:30 pm — 1:30 pm (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:Stefan Bock

Abstract:Pure Audio Blu-ray—The Ultimate Listening Experience

Stefan Bock, from Mastering Studio Munich (www.msm-studios.com), is on the forefront of the development of the revolutionary Pure Audio Blu-ray. The interest in this format from all over the world, namely from labels, studios, the hi-fi industry and the media, is becoming stronger and stronger. 2Ls Pure Audio Blu-ray releases are getting enthusiastic reviews, sell well above expectations and their latest release has received a nomination for a Grammy award! For more info: www.pureaudio-bluray.com.

Sunday, November 7, 1:00 pm — 2:00 pm (Room 112)

Renkus-Heinz, Inc.

Abstract:Acoustic Modeling Advances in AFMG's Software Suite EASE

This workshop demonstrates new tools related to the industry standard of acoustic modeling, EASE 4.3. In particular, AFMG SoundFlow for the simulation of absorption and transmission properties of multi-layer walls is introduced. The seminar also presents AFMG Reflex, a software developed to predict the sound scattering performance of diffusers. Finally, AURA Cloud is discussed, an expansion of the famous EASE room-acoustic module AURA, which allows for fast and accurate raytracing calculation by means of a remote computer cloud.

Sunday, November 7, 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm (Room 122)

PMC: Masters of Audio Series

Presenter:Jochen Veith

Abstract:Too Much, Too Little? What to Do!

Every (home) studio will have its fair share of acoustical problems. World-renowned German acoustician Jochen Veith (JV-Acoustics) will give you some insights into how to deal with low frequency problems and will give you a better understanding on how to create a better listening environment. Jochen has designed hundreds of mixing, recording, movie, and broadcast studios over the last 20 years for major studios and artists throughout the world including Coldplay, Metropolis Studios London, Max Martin Stockholm, Walt Disney, Koch
International, BMG Ariola, NBC Universal, and many more.